Boss Katana 500 Bass Head

Full Description

Robust power in a portable package

The Boss Katana 500 Bass Head brings forth an impressive combination of robust power and portability that stands out in its class. With a formidable 500 watts peak output, encased in a lightweight class-D design, it's perfectly tailored for musicians on the move. This powerhouse ensures that your performance is endowed with the volume and clarity needed, whether it's a small gig or a large venue, without the burden of heavy equipment.

Expansive effects library

At the heart of the Katana 500 Bass Head lies a treasure trove of over 60 market-leading BOSS effects, offering an unparalleled level of sonic versatility. From the subtle texture of compression and overdrive to the creative depth of modulation and ambient effects, this amp head provides everything needed to sculpt your unique sound. Dedicated knobs for Comp, Drive, FX, and Blend allow for intuitive, on-the-fly adjustments, making it a breeze to tailor your tone mid-performance.

Innovative sound shaping

The innovative Cab Resonance function and a flexible 4-band EQ with low- and high-pass filters make the Boss Katana 500 Bass Head a leader in sound shaping capabilities. The Cab Resonance feature ensures your amp and cabinet work together optimally, producing a sound that's both powerful and finely tuned. Whether you prefer the warm, vintage tones or the clarity and punch of modern bass sounds, the ability to shape your sound with precision ensures that you can always find your place in the mix.

Seamless integration and connectivity

Beyond its sonic capabilities, the Boss Katana 500 Bass Head excels in technological integration and connectivity. The onboard memory function for storing and recalling panel settings, switchable and programmable Line Out sounds, and USB connectivity for dedicated editing software and DAW recording, represent just the beginning. Optional accessories like the GA-FC Foot Controller and Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor further enhance its functionality, making it a versatile hub for both live performance and studio work.

Specifications

Product Details

• Product Name: Boss Katana 500 Bass Head
• Product Code: KTN500B HD

Output Power

• 500 W (4 ohms) Peak
• 250 W (8 ohms) Peak

Nominal Input Level

• Input: -10 dBu (1 M ohms)
• Return In: -10 dBu (100 k ohms)

Controls

• Memory button, Mute button, Bottom knob, Hi Cut button, Master Volume knob, Power switch
• [Amplifier] Pad button, Shape button, Amp Feel Switch (Vintage, Flat, Modern), Gain knob
• [Input Efx] Comp button, Drive button, Comp knob, Drive knob
• [Effects] Blend button, Fx button, Tap button, Blend knob, Fx knob
• [Equalizer] Low Mid button, High Mid button, Bass knob, Low Mid knob, High Mid knob, Treble knob
• [Line Out] Line Out button, Line Out knob (Custom, Rec, Blend, Live), Gnd Lift switch (Off, On), Select switch (Post, Pre, Direct)
• [Cab Resonance] Calibration button

Indicators

• Pad, Shape, Memory, Mute, Comp, Blend, Fx, Tap, Low Mid, High Mid, Line Out, Calibration, Hi Cut, Power

Connectors

• Input jack: 1/4-inch phone type
• Line Out jack: XLR type
• Speaker Out (Min 4 ohms) connector: speakON type
• Phones/Rec Out jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
• Exp Pedal jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
• GA-FC/Ctl Ch1/Ch2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
• USB port: USB B type
• Bluetooth Adaptor Slot: Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor
• AC In jack

Power Consumption

• 500 W

Dimensions and Weight

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 298 x 212 x 96 mm (11-3/4 x 8-3/8 x 3-13/16 inches)
• Weight: 2.8 kg (6 lbs 3 oz)

Accessories and Options

• Accessories Included: Owner's Manual, Power cord, GA-FC sticker
• Options (sold separately): Footswitch (Boss FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7), Expression pedal (Roland EV-5, Boss EV-30, FV-500L, FV-500H), GA Foot Controller (GA-FC, GA-FC EX), Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (Model BT-DUAL)